7 women tell us all about the unique joy of having female friends

<p>We pay homage to the powerful bond of female friendships.</p>, <span>Having female friendships is one of the most underrated blessings in life FILADENDRON//GETTY IMAGES</span>, <h2>It's National Girlfriends' Day, which is dedicated to celebrating the importance and joy of female friendships.</h2>, <p>In honour of this special day, we reached out to a couple of women who had a lot to say about the special ladies in their lives.</p>, <p>Contrary to the popular notion that women can be problematic friends, these ladies have wonderful things to say about their chosen sisters.</p>, <p>Here’s what they have to say:</p>, <h2>Stephanie</h2>, <p>I’ve had a best friend for over 8 years. We’ve had our best and off years, but we always find a way to each other. She got me an iPhone at the beginning of this year, and that was a great shock. I cried. She’s been a support system and the anchor that pulls me out of situations that I’m not able to assess rationally, like abusive relationships. Basically knowing you have a person who’d love you, and be there for you regardless of what happens is a great addition and a necessity in this life.</p>, <h2>Oluwatoyin</h2>, <p>My favourite part of having female friends is our shared experiences. I don’t have to explain so much because they are going through the same things. I love how I can talk about my feelings, my body changes, my love life, and my career without feeling judged or having to prove myself. My girls just get me.</p>, <h2>Jennifer</h2>, <p>Female friendships are very important. I’ve had my friends since childhood, and I won’t trade them for anything. My female friends are like my sister; they have been with me through thick and thin. Constantly supporting me and even scolding me when they need to for me to have sense. At every milestone in my life, I have had my female friends cheering me on and even sending opportunities my way. There is no jealousy because we all want to see each other at the top and brag that That’s my friend. Even down to networking, they are solid